FY2023 Adopted Budget

Recent Accomplishments: • Held second-annual, weeklong ClimateFest, focusing each day on various themes within the Climate Action & Adaptation Plan • Launched second round of Root for Trees residential tree planting program • Initiated residential energy efficiency rebate program • Climate action duplex rehab project in coordination with the City’s South District Homeownership program • Held first annual Neighborhood Energy Blitz event, supplying homeowners with energy efficiency education and resources such as LED light bulbs and furnace whistles • Continued providing financial incentives for businesses and non-profits to pursue adaptation, electrification and energy efficiency improvements, including through Community Climate Action Grants and TIF Commercial/Industrial Matching Grant Program Upcoming Challenges: • Continued implementation of initiatives within Accelerating Iowa City’s Climate Actions report and achieving City’s emission reduction goals of net zero by 2050 • Implementation of strategies upon Marketing Study completion • Further developing Climate Ambassador program to incorporate “Climate Leader” projects • Implementation of regional EV Readiness Study recommendations • Augmenting diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout climate action initiatives • Identifying energy efficiency needs through several upcoming municipal facility capital projects

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